Fleet Brake to acquire Pulse Heavy Duty
Fleet Brake announced that it has entered into a binding letter of intent to acquire the assets of Pulse Heavy Duty in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. It is intended by the parties that the LOI will be superseded by a formal definitive agreement, with closure expected prior to Dec. 15. It is Fleet Brake’s intention to
Fleet Brake opens new facility in Alberta
Fleet Brake announced that it has moved into a new facility in Red Deer, Alberta, as of Nov. 27. The new facility is equipped with multiple service pits with hydraulic jacks, a new frame rack, the longest alignment pit in Alberta, and a new parts showroom. The new address will be: 158 Queens Drive Red
Precision Fleet Brakes 2008 price sheet and product catalog now available
Precision Fleet Brakes has announced the availability of its 2008 product catalog for fleet vehicles, which includes models for all the major fleet applications. Along with the catalog, they have also introduced a new price sheet that they say will make customers very competitive in the fleet marketplace.
What fleets need to know about truck brake, wheel end service
While a comprehensive maintenance program is always essential for the performance of key heavy-duty truck brake and wheel end systems, it can be even more critical when fleets adopt new and different types of components and technologies. “Regulatory changes, such as those requiring copper-free brake pads, may influence maintenance intervals for brake components,” says Jeff
Milton Industries releases Brake Releaser Fleet Kit for frozen air brakes
Milton Industries says its new Brake Releaser Fleet Kit releases frozen trailer air brakes or pre-treats trailer air brakes to reduce the risks of frozen systems. The kit allows a technician to propel anti-freeze and conditioner into trailer brake lines regardless of whether it is hooked to a trailer or compressed air. The new Brake
Video: Managing brake wear on fleet applications
Andrew Markel’s brake tip goes over fleet rotors and pads, and how choosing the right match can minimize downtime. Sponsored by NAPA.
Navistar and Meritor agree to co-brand Fleetrite brake shoe offering
Navistar and Meritor have announced an agreement to co-brand Premium Brake Shoe Kits offered through the Fleetrite heavy-duty parts brand. The agreement covers approximately 50 part numbers that will be labeled Fleetrite Manufactured by Meritor. RELATED: Climb inside the new International LT Series by perusing through this photo gallery. “This agreement demonstrates our continued partnership
Bendix Brakes brand Fleet MetLok product line relaunched
MAT Holdings, Inc. announces the relaunch of the Bendix Brakes brand Fleet MetLok product line of automotive disc brake pads and rotors designed specifically for use in severe-duty applications, as well as service and pursuit vehicles. According to the company, the Fleet MetLok product line has been enhanced to provide even better friction performance and
TSE Brakes announces partnership with FleetPride
FleetPride, a retailer of heavy-duty truck and trailer parts will now carry TSE Brakes’ UltraLife, OmniBrake and severe-duty spring brakes.
Fras-le introduces work truck fleet disc brake pad program
The new work truck and fleet disc brake pad program for the North American aftermarket includes a complete line of hydraulic and air disc brake pads for class Class 1-8 vehicles and is positioned to help warehouse distributors expand friction sales into new markets.